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No. 7 Michigan defeats Minnesota, tied with MSU atop B1G heading into rivalry game
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When No. 10 Michigan State and No. 7 Michigan go head to head on Sunday, the lead for the B1G will be on the line.
Michigan recorded a 69-60 road victory over Minnesota on Thursday night, improving to 13-3 in conference play. The Wolverines are now tied with Michigan State atop the standings, and both hold a half-game lead over Purdue.
Three Wolverines scored in double figures in Thursday’s win, led by Jordan Poole who posted a game-high 22 points. Jon Teske added 17 points and Ignas Brazdeikis pitched in with 10.
Gave The Barn a sweep tonight. 👏@umichbball beat Minnesota behind 22 from JP, and you can get full highlights here: pic.twitter.com/PR6Fq3k1TZ
— Michigan On BTN (@MichiganOnBTN) February 22, 2019
Michigan took a 9-6 lead with 15:29 left in the first half, thanks to a three-pointer from Poole. The Wolverines never relinquished the lead after that point. UM also converted on nearly 50 percent of its shots from distance in the game, converting on 13-of-28 attempts.
With the victory, Michigan is now 24-3 on the season. The Wolverines host Michigan State on Sunday at Crisler Arena. Tipoff is scheduled for 3:45 p.m. on CBS.
Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB